Brown Act remote meeting rules updated for 2026
Summary
The trustees got their annual training on California's open-meeting law, with new 2026 rules requiring two-way remote public participation and written disruption policies. Board members were cautioned that liking or commenting on each other's social media posts can create Brown Act violations.
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Last discussed Aug 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city will need to fund two-way remote meeting technology and language translation services for agendas.
Riverside residents who rely on open, accessible public meetings.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Budget Engagement Commission — August 13, 2026
New state rules let commission members teleconference for 'just cause' (like caregiving or illness) up to twice a year, with a separate standing exception for disabilities. The digital misconduct ethics rule only applies to official city accounts, which commissioners don't have.
Commission on Disabilities — June 18, 2026
Starting July 1, new state law lets board and commission members with disabilities participate remotely as a reasonable accommodation, and requires two-way remote public access at meetings. Riverside already does both, so practices won't change much.
Budget Engagement Commission — June 11, 2026
New state rules kick in July 1: meetings must offer two-way remote participation, the city needs a written disruption policy (headed to council June 23), and serial-meeting/social media rules were clarified. These changes shape how every city board meets and how the public participates.
Board of Library Trustees — June 8, 2026
The trustees got their annual training on California's open-meeting law, with new 2026 rules requiring two-way remote public participation and written disruption policies. Board members were cautioned that liking or commenting on each other's social media posts can create Brown Act violations.
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